Ruben Amorim requests Mattia Liberali and stirs the Milan market.

Sixty million euros for Portuguese forward Gonçalo Ramos and an unexpected request from coach Ruben Amorim are shaking up the Italian transfer market, with Milan preparing for what promises to be one of the busiest windows in its recent history. The San Siro club, under the guidance of the Portuguese manager, has not only secured a significant reinforcement but is also building a squad that blends established stars with young talents – and it is precisely in this latter area that one of the biggest surprises emerges: Mattia Liberali, a young forward just 19 years old, is the target of an all-out battle behind the scenes between Milan and Como, leaving the entire Serie A on high alert.

Gonçalo Ramos is set to become the most expensive player in AC Milan’s history, with the transfer amounting to 60 million euros, an investment that reflects Ruben Amorim’s ambitions for the 2026/27 season. However, the Portuguese coach is not stopping there and has already indicated his intention to strengthen other areas of the squad. In this context, Mattia Liberali is gaining attention, having been trained at Milan and, after a breakthrough season with Catanzaro in Serie B – scoring four goals and providing three assists in 30 matches – has returned to the club’s plans. The young Italian was introduced to the first team on December 15, 2024, by Paulo Fonseca, and was subsequently loaned out to gain experience, but his rapid development and consistent performance have once again piqued the interest of the Rossoneri.


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Sky Sports Italy has reported that AC Milan is preparing a “surprise operation” to re-sign Liberali, a player who has a release clause of six million euros, but whose rights are still held, at 50%, by the Milan club itself. The scenario is particularly favorable for the Rossoneri, who can secure the return of the young talent for an affordable price, while also preventing a direct rival in Serie A or an emerging competitor like Como, coached by Cesc Fàbregas, from taking advantage of the opportunity. According to the same source, “Liberali’s playing style fits perfectly with the offensive options of the 3-4-2-1 system, preferred by Ruben Amorim, as demonstrated both at Sporting and during his brief stint at Manchester United.”

The interest from Como, however, should not be overlooked. Fàbregas, a coach who also values youth and creativity, sees Liberali as a key piece in consolidating the club’s project, which has recently been promoted to Serie A and aims to establish itself among the giants of Italian football. According to Sky, “the player will have to make a crucial decision for the future of his career,” with both parties presenting solid arguments: at Milan, he would have the opportunity to grow under Amorim’s guidance and compete for titles, while at Como he might enjoy more playing time and a more prominent role.

Liberali is not just any name in the landscape of Italian football. With 37 caps for the Italian youth teams, he won the Under-17 European Championship in 2024, being a starter in the final against Portugal and proving decisive throughout the tournament. His profile as a mobile forward, capable of playing both on the wings and in the center of attack, makes him particularly appealing to teams seeking dynamism and offensive versatility.

The coming weeks promise to be decisive for the future of Mattia Liberali, with Milan trying to quickly close the file to prevent the interest from competing clubs from gaining momentum. Should he return to his original club, Ruben Amorim would have two significant reinforcements for the attack at his disposal: the experience and goal-scoring instinct of Gonçalo Ramos and the irreverence and creativity of Liberali. This strategic move could be crucial for Milan’s aspirations to regain domestic and international prominence, while the decision of the young forward will be closely monitored by fans and experts, attentive to the impact it may have on his trajectory and the dynamics of Italian football.

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